10 Questions
What is the main function of rivers and streams?
Source of freshwater for drinking, irrigation, and agriculture
Where does erosion primarily occur in a river valley?
Lowest part of the valley
What are tributaries in relation to rivers and streams?
Small channels that empty into a larger one
What is the primary cause of floods near rivers and streams?
Overflow of water from the river or stream
What is the function of a levee in relation to a river or stream?
Area next to the channel at slightly higher elevation to prevent flooding
What is the primary advantage of fracking?
It gets oil out of areas where traditional drilling cannot
What was the issue with fracking in May 2015 in Pennsylvania?
Water supplies were contaminated with fracking fluids
What is a debatable aspect regarding the amount of remaining oil?
The amount of oil left is debatable
What is the estimated original resource in the ANWR (Arctic National Wildlife Reserve)?
20-30 billion barrels
What is one of the arguments in favor of drilling for oil in ANWR?
It could free the US from foreign oil
Test your knowledge of rivers and streams with this quiz! Learn about their role in weathering and erosion, as well as their importance as a source of freshwater for drinking, irrigation, and agriculture. Explore basic features such as drainage basins and channels, and understand the risks associated with flooding.
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